Collage Backgrounds

I had a couple of "free" hours today so I turned to one of the pages of Collage Journeys and chose to make an 'overall collage' to be used for ATCs and/or greeting cards.

Using 140lb watercolor paper, I did a color wash with acryllic paint. I think this helps create a texture that supports glue well, plus there will be color if all sections aren't covered with collage papers.

I then glued down various papers to the support.
















Papers I used: wrapping paper, paper that comes with a bouquet of flowers, painted paper towel, tissue, handmade, newspaper, painted canvas, paper doily, ticket stub, and a parking lot ticket.





When it was dry, I cut it up into 2.5x3.5 size, working from the back so I wouldn't see how the design. I prefer the randomness of the process rather than using a view finder to find interesting designs.

And now I have 20 small format cards to work with. How fun! All ready for the next free time.

ATC backgrounds

I've decided to try small pieces of art, as my workload and writing projects seem to preclude me from doing anything substantial. I've created backgrounds for ATCs.
The background for this set is painted lutradur. Layers include painted paper towel, security envelopes (for their great designs), text from an old book, tissues, napkins and found papers, stamping, paint, and a cover of translucent artist paper.
The second set is perfect for autumn -- oh how I love the colors of autumn which I have to drive great distances to see! The background here is painted timtex. Layers include white tissue paper, scrapbook paper, tissue paper, stamping, paint, and a cover glossy varnish. I can't wait to see what they turn into!!